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Generational Giving
Christ Church, Spotsylvania: 9:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.             
Are you wondering why 40-somethings don't pledge and volunteer like parishioners in older generations? When you try communicating with 20-somethings about stewardship, do you feel like you're speaking different languages?  Each generation understands differently the meaning of money, the impact of faith and church, and their own capacity for changing the world. 

Join us on April 18 as we address these questions and many more, as well as equip you with the tools to speak effectively to the six different generations in your pews. Learn more and register.

For information on all 2015 Stewardship Workshops, click here.
Need to Know

New Online Resources:  

To prepare for the Hand-in-Hand Listening Sessions, we are encouraging participants to review a small representation of resources which provide a wide range of viewpoints. Please use these articles, videos and letters as a tool to prepare yourself to start thinking of this topic, give background and provide a faith perspective. 

PYM's 6th & 7th Grade Weekend   

Fellowship and fun at Shrine Mont, April 17-19.  Learn more and register.
Art Day with Bishop Susan
On April 18 at Roslyn Retreat Center, reflect on the first Genesis creation story in bible study, in conversation and in creating with found objects. Learn more.
Episcopal Art Series: Magnficat
The Episcopal Art Series of the Diocese of Virginia is proud to present Magnificat, live in concert on April 15, in Richmond. Magnificat is one of the world's premier vocal ensembles, internationally acclaimed for its sophisticated, historically-informed performances of Renaissance choral masterpieces. Tickets are $25 and may be purchased online or at the door. Learn more.    

Bishop's Spring Conference for Clergy, Lay Professionals & Spouses
Formation: Transform, Create, Inspire

Lisa Kimball, director of the Center for Ministry of Teaching and professor of Christian Formation and Congregational Leadership at Virginia Theological Seminary, will be our speaker on May 4-6 at Shrine Mont. "Forming mature faith life-long and life-wide must be at the heart of the Church's mission. It requires working beyond traditional models of Christian education and reaching together for practices that heal and transform." For Bishop Johnston's letter of invitation, a schedule, workshop descriptions and registration, click here.
 Hand-in-Hand Listening Sessions

With a focus on gaining a better understanding of rising racial tensions, the Diocese is hosting a series of

Indaba listening sessions.  

  • Epiphany, Richmond: April 16, 7-8:30 p.m.
  • Trinity, Fredericksburg: April 18, 10-11:30 a.m.
  • The Falls Church, Falls Church: April 23, 7:30-9 p.m.
The Hand-in-Hand Listening Sessions are open to all members of the Diocese. Please help us spread the word in your congregations. Register online.
Other Events

Roslyn Retreat Center is offering a YCat Wellness Retreat, yoga therapy for people with cancer, chronic illness and caretakers, on April 9 -12. The Wellness Retreat offers comprehensive instruction and education. Learn more and register.  

 

Stuart Hall Middle and High School will hold an informational tour on April 11 at 10 a.m. Prospective parents and students (in grades 6-11) are invited to learn more about Stuart Hall School, meet faculty, and tour the school. RSVP to 540-213-7743 or admissions@stuart-hall.org.
  

Applications are being accepted for Skinner Scholarships for 2015-2016.  These generous scholarships are for full-time University of Virginia graduate and undergraduate Episcopal students to support their demonstrated or potential lay or ordained ministry. Applications are due April 12. For more information: Skinner Scholarship.

 

The Diocese of Southern Virginia's Addictions & Recovery Commission will host "A Call to Action: Creating a Recovery Ready Diocese" on April 25 at Bruton Episcopal Church in Williamsburg. Learn more and register. 

 

The first Washington D.C. Walk to End Genocide, organized by the Darfur Interfaith Network in partnership with JWW, will take place on April 26. "The purpose of this event is to educate fellow citizens, to advocate our own government to take an increased leadership position toward actions and policies to end genocide and mass atrocities and to raise funds to be used for humanitarian aid to improve the lives of surviving victims of this horrific behavior." Learn more. 

The North American Association for the Catechumenate will hold an ecumenical event for pastors and lay leaders in Baltimore on July 30 - Aug. 1. Authors Jessicah Duckworth and Paul Hoffman will speak on the theme "Transforming Congregations Through Spiritual Practice: Creating a Discipleship Community." Learn more and register.
Church Events
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4/8: Adult Bible Study, Holy Comforter, Vienna
4/8: Taize Prayer Service, St. George's, Arlington
4/11: Pan American Symphonic Orchestra, The Falls Church, Falls Church
4/11: Going to the Well: A Celtic Retreat, St. Stephen's, Richmond
4/12: Exploring the Gospel of Mark, St. Mary's, Fleeton
4/12: Celtic Evensong & Communion, St. George's, Fredericksburg
4/12: Second Sunday Sacred Supper, St. Thomas', Richmond
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